What Taya Kyle Carried at the Oscars Was More Important More Than Any Awards for ‘American Sniper’

While most conservatives expected ‘American Sniper’ to get stiffed at last night’s Academy Awards ceremony (nominated for 6 awards, including Best Picture, it won only Best Sound Editing), one sight they likely never expected to see was Chris Kyle’s wife Taya walking the red carpet beforehand.

Taya spoke wonderfully with Robin Roberts about what it was like to attend the Oscars, and how her husband Chris would have felt, if he had been able to make it there:

“He would be absolutely blown away, and he would be his usual humble self, laugh at himself, probably make fun of it in some ways, but deep down, he would be really, really happy that so much healing is happening for couples who are healing with this movie, and opening a dialogue.”

Roberts relayed to Taya about America’s respect for Kyle and his fellow soldiers, and asked about her feelings regarding Bradley Cooper’s portrayal of her hero husband in the film. Taya said:

“He absolutely got it right.”

Many people on Twitter showed their support and admiration for Taya:

Favorite so far is seeing Chris Kyle's wife at the #Oscars. American Sniper was amazing & tragic. Thanks for letting us watch his story.